Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba

Difficulty points	263
Length	10.3 mi
Average gradient	3.1%
Steepest segment	9.7%
Total ascent	1677 ft

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filippoperu

1 Mo 3.0

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Alternative ascent to Colma di Sormano, done on a day of uncertain weather I liked it for the little traffic, blame the water I took probably.
Descent from Canzo and Segrino instead with far more traffic

DiegoB14 ^premium

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Nice atmosphere and view at the finish. Ascent, on the other hand, not exciting.

Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba

mg78

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Climb from the easy side of ghisallo nothing exciting and lots of traffic until the junction for the colma di sormano is very often used as a link to other area climbs

Jokkedier

1 y 3.0 00:24:34 (25.1 mph)

Not too demanding. Low gradients most of the time. It ramps up in the last 2km and hits about 9-10％ average but other than that a pretty easy climb. If you should ride either of the sides I would recommend the climb from the Bellagio side.

Emanueleproserpio

3 y 3.0

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Long climb, never too demanding, also suitable for those with little training in their legs. Beware of traffic, very heavy at times.

RobiRini66

3 y 5.0

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To be done once a year to take a 'blessing'.
Easy ascent that can be made a little more challenging by taking the diversions to the centre of Barni (three hairpin bends and a demanding climb).
Beautiful view of Lake Como.
Many refreshment possibilities along the route.
Water available at the spring in Barni (shortly after the diversions to the left).

Remulazz

4 y 5.0 01:01:00 (10.1 mph)

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It's not a climb, it's a pilgrimage. The Sanctuary of Madonna del Ghisallo is the Sanctuary of cyclists. Inside there are the jerseys of the greatest cyclists in history. For a cyclist going there is a duty.

Climbing times

5 mph	02:03:56
7 mph	01:27:44
9 mph	01:08:22
12 mph	00:51:22

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Frequently Asked Questions

Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo can be cycled from 2 sides. Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Bellagio is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba.

You don't need special gearing for Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba is not a problem.

Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba is 10.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba is 3.1%.

Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 9.7%.

The summit of Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba is at 2487 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:03:56 to climb Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba. At 7 mph the time is 01:27:44, and at 9 mph 01:08:22. For the fastest cyclists, 00:51:22 is an achievable time.

Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba is located in the region Como in Italy.

Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba

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Madonna del Ghisallo / Colle del Ghisallo from Erba

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Reviews (7)

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Traffic

Frequently Asked Questions

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